Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein maintained a 15-year friendship, revealed in newly released documents. The Guardian reported Trump described Epstein as "a lot of fun to be with."
Amid public outcry, Trump has now ordered the release of Epstein's court documents. This follows a report detailing a "wonderful secret" letter Trump allegedly wrote to Epstein.
The move comes as the US president faces renewed scrutiny regarding his ties to Epstein. Financial Times reports Trump is also calling for the release of Epstein's testimony.
Epstein (deceased in 2019) was awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. The New York Times provides a timeline outlining the complex relationship between the two men.